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ONE Championship and Thai Boxing Association Partner for 2028 Olympic Bid
ONE Championship, the Thailand Boxing Association, and the National Olympic Committee of Thailand have announced a collaboration to support Nabil Anane’s path to the 2028 Olympic Games.
On August 11, 2026, Khaosod Online reported that ONE Championship has entered a strategic partnership with the Thailand Boxing Association and the National Olympic Committee of Thailand. The collaboration aims to support former ONE Bantamweight Muay Thai world champion Nabil Anane as he transitions to amateur boxing with the goal of representing Thailand at the 2028 Olympic Games.
The announcement featured key figures, including ONE Championship CEO Chatri Sityodtong, Thailand Boxing Association President Pichai Chunhavajira, and National Olympic Committee of Thailand President Assistant Professor Pimol Srivikorn. The initiative is intended to develop Thai athletes for international competition, leveraging the resources of the professional promotion to bolster the national amateur boxing program.
For residents and visitors interested in the local sports scene, this partnership highlights a significant shift in how professional combat sports organizations are integrating with national Olympic efforts. It signals a broader push to elevate Thailand’s performance on the global stage. While the collaboration is officially underway, specific details regarding the training regimen and the exact qualification pathway for Anane remain to be confirmed as he prepares for the upcoming Olympic cycle.